Lead Pricing
| F - Suite | E - Suite | D - Suite | C - Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
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AU $18,520 per person
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AU $19,190 per person
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AU $19,870 per person
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AU $20,410 per person
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The ships of Regent Seven Seas Cruises offer voyages of exploration and discovery to more than 300 ports on all seven continents. All luxury vessels are designed for guests numbering in the hundreds rather than the thousands. The ambiance on board is personal, individual, accommodating – “upscale but not uptight.” And all ships share certain distinctions in accommodations, service, dining and amenities that elevate them to the lofty vantage point of the enviable six stars.
The Regent Seven Seas Cruises fleet includes sister all-suite, all-balcony, 700-guest ships Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Mariner; and the all-suite, 90% balcony Seven Seas Navigator.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises provides discerning guests with the most inclusive luxury cruise experience by offering an incomparable array of complimentary features and services. See below for a listing of these items, combining to provide unprecedented value.
~FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions* ~FREE Luxury Hotel Package for 1st and 2nd guests* ~FREE Beverages including fine wines and premium spirits ~FREE Pre-Paid Gratuities ~FREE In-suite mini-bar replenished daily ~FREE 24-hour room service and no additional charge for specialty restaurants ~Elegant casual dress code. Formal and semi-formal attire optional on sailings of 16 nights or longer ~Welcome bottle of champagne ~Up to four gourmet restaurants including the iconic new steakhouse Prime 7, and Signatures, featuring Le Cordon Bleu®-inspired cuisine, Compass Rose, La Veranda plus the al fresco Pool Grill ~In-suite dining, served course-by-course during restaurant hours ~Butler service in Penthouse Suites and higher, including complimentary in-suite mini-bar setup and iPod® docking station ~Fitness programs, sauna and steam rooms in the spa ~Onboard activities including expert guest lectures, theatre performance and day time entertainment ~Interactive flat screen television in each suite with extensive media library and complimentary movies-on-demand
*Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventure Ashore programmes. FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package is available for Concierge Suites and Higher only.
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 252 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 49 ft2 (4.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
Stocked refrigerator
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
L’Occitane® amenities
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 252 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 49 ft2 (4.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
Stocked refrigerator
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
L’Occitane® amenities
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 252 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 49 ft2 (4.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
Stocked refrigerator
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
L’Occitane® amenities
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 252 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 49 ft2 (4.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
L’Occitane® amenities
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 252 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 49 ft2 (4.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
L’Occitane® amenities
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 376 ft2 (35 m2)
Balcony: 73 ft2 (7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 376 ft2 (35 m2)
Balcony: 73 ft2 (7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 376 ft2 (35 m2)
Balcony: 73 ft2 (7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 359 ft2 (33.5 m2)
Balcony: 167-268 ft2 (16-25 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary
in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
Marble bathroom
Private balcony
Spacious bedroom
Sitting area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 505 ft2 (47 m2)
Balcony: 97 ft2 (9 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE orterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
1 1/2 marble bathrooms
Private balcony
Spacious bedroom
Living area
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 561 ft2 (52 m2)
Balcony: 286 ft2 (27 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
1 1/2 marble bathrooms
Private balcony
Spacious bedroom
Expansive living room
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 650 ft2 (60.5 m2)
Balcony: 89 ft2 (8.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary
in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés & upgraded bar set-up
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Daily newspaper
interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
2 marble bathrooms
Private balcony
Spacious bedroom
Expansive living room
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 903 ft2 (84 m2)
Balcony: 84 ft2 (8 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
European king-size Suite Slumber Bed®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés & upgraded bar set-up
Complimentary cocktail party
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Daily newspaper
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
Nespresso coffee & Tea Forté set-up
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Layout
2 1/2 marble bathrooms
2 private balconies
2 spacious bedrooms
Expansive living room
Walk-in closet with safe
Dimensions
Suite: 1,204 ft2 (112 m2)
Side Balcony: 71 ft2 (6.5 m2)
Fwd. Balcony: 727 ft2 (67.5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate, and those in same category may vary in size. They may also have different furniture placement than as depicted in photographs.
Highlights
FREE WiFi throughout the ship*
– Between 30 minutes and 500 minutes per suite, depending on voyage selected and length of voyage
FREE Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Program on Select Voyages
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
15 minutes of FREE ship-to-shore phone time
Priority online shore excursion reservations
Priority online Prime 7 and Signatures dining reservations
10% discount on premium wine and liquor purchases
5% discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
5% discount on pre- or post-cruise Hotel or Land Programs
Butler service
2 European king-size Suite Slumber Beds®
Welcome bottle of champagne
Stocked refrigerator
Daily canapés & upgraded bar set-up
Complimentary cocktail party
Vanity & hair dryer
Regent bathrobes & slippers
Hermès & L’Occitane amenities
iPad® in suite
iPhone® docking station
Daily newspaper
Interactive flat-screen television & direct-dial satellite phone
In-suite binoculars, illy espresso machine and cashmere blanket
Nespresso coffee & Tea Forté set-up
24-hour room service with dinner served course-by-course
Seven Seas Mariner is the world’s first all-suite, all-balcony ship, as well as the first to offer dining by the famed Le Cordon Bleu® of Paris in Signatures, one of four single, open-seating restaurants. Catering to only 700 guests, she is one of the most spacious cruise ships afloat, and, her staff to guest ratio of 1 to 1.6 provides the highest level of personal service in the tradition of Regent Seven Seas.
On just about any night on the Seven Seas Mariner, you’ll be tempted to abandon any thoughts of going to bed at a sensible hour. There are dazzling live performances, thrilling games of chance, romantic cabaret acts, hilarious (and sometimes quite talented) Karaoke performances, plus dancing until you have had enough. Need a partner? One of the gentlemen hosts will be honored to spin you around the floor.
You’re on vacation! And with renowned “Above and Beyond” service taking care of every little nuance or housekeeping chore, you can spend your time in more pleasurable pursuits. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your children are not only having fun, but are safely attended to. With the Seven Seas Mariner’s outstanding 1 to 1.5 guest to crew ratio, you’re assured of a matchless level of personal service. So relax!
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 709 ft
- Tonnage: 48,015 tonnes
- Maiden Voyage: 2001
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 708
- Crew Nationality: International
- Officer Nationality: European
- Dining Staff Nationality: International
- Ship Registration: France
Ship Facilities
- Canyon Ranch Spa Club
- Horizon Lounge
- Signatures Restaurant
- Coffee Connection
- Club.com
- Fitness Facilities
- Library
- Launderette
- Connoisseur Club
- Card & Conference Room
- Constellation Theatre
- Prime 7 Steakhouse Restaurant
- Mariner Lounge
- Compass Rose Restaurant
- Stars Lounge
- Casino
- Shopping Boutiques
- Pool Deck
- Pool Bar
- Pool Grill
- La Veranda Restaurant
- Observation Lounge
- Jogging Track
- Swimming Pool
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Feb '22 | Sydney, NSW, Australia |
05:00 PM | |
| 23 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 24 Feb '22 | Brisbane, QLD, Australia |
08:00 AM | overnight |
| 25 Feb '22 | Brisbane, QLD, Australia |
04:00 PM | |
| 26 Feb '22 | At sea | ||
| 27 Feb '22 | Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 28 Feb '22 | Townsville, Queensland, Australia |
07:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 01 Mar '22 | Cairns, Queensland, Australia |
10:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 02 Mar '22 | At sea | ||
| 03 Mar '22 | Thursday Island, Queensland, Australia |
07:00 AM | 04:00 PM |
| 04 Mar '22 | At sea | ||
| 05 Mar '22 | Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia |
10:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
| 06 Mar '22 | At sea | ||
| 07 Mar '22 | At sea | ||
| 08 Mar '22 | Komodo Island, Indonesia |
07:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
| 09 Mar '22 | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
09:00 AM | overnight |
| 10 Mar '22 | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
01:00 PM | |
| 11 Mar '22 | Surabaya, Indonesia |
09:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 12 Mar '22 | Semarang, Indonesia |
08:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 13 Mar '22 | At sea | ||
| 14 Mar '22 | Singapore, Singapore |
10:00 AM | overnight |
| 15 Mar '22 | Singapore, Singapore |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
21 Night Cruise sailing from Sydney to Singapore aboard Seven Seas Mariner.
Seven Seas Mariner is the world’s first all-suite, all-balcony ship, as well as the first to offer dining by the famed Le Cordon Bleu® of Paris in Signatures, one of four single, open-seating restaurants. Catering to only 700 guests, she is one of the most spacious cruise ships afloat, and, her staff to guest ratio of 1 to 1.6 provides the highest level of personal service in the tradition of Regent Seven Seas.
On just about any night on the Seven Seas Mariner, you’ll be tempted to abandon any thoughts of going to bed at a sensible hour. There are dazzling live performances, thrilling games of chance, romantic cabaret acts, hilarious (and sometimes quite talented) Karaoke performances, plus dancing until you have had enough. Need a partner? One of the gentlemen hosts will be honored to spin you around the floor.
You’re on vacation! And with renowned “Above and Beyond” service taking care of every little nuance or housekeeping chore, you can spend your time in more pleasurable pursuits. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your children are not only having fun, but are safely attended to. With the Seven Seas Mariner’s outstanding 1 to 1.5 guest to crew ratio, you’re assured of a matchless level of personal service. So relax!
Highlights of this cruise:
Sydney
One of the liveliest, must-see cities of the Pacific Rim, Sydney humbly began life as a British penal colony in 1788. Among the colorful characters in its early history was William Bligh of Mutiny on the Bounty fame who was deposed as governor during the Rum Rebellion of 1808. In 1852, with the discovery of gold in the interior, Sydney became a thriving port of the Victorian Empire. Today, Sydney looks to the future, its skyline crowned by the graceful billowing sails of its famed Opera House. Visitors can get a glimpse of the past along the narrow, twisting streets of the Rocks, Sydney’s restored historical district and for the adventurous, the Sydney bridge climb will reward you with panoramic views of the city and harbor. Excursions can reveal the spectacular, untamed beauty of the Blue Mountains with a ride on the worlds steepest perpendicular railway; or get up close and personal with Australia’s charming wildlife at the Koala Park Sanctuary, then end your day with a refreshing stop at a traditional Aussie pub.
Cairns
Cairns is the capital of Far North Queensland, and its east coastal cities rest along the Great Barrier Reef. The state of Queensland occupies a vast 667,000 square miles and much of the land remains uninhabited, covered with miles of rainforest where Australian teak, hopp, pine and fig trees abound. Before 1879, when the city of Cairns was established, the only inhabitants of this region were the Aborigines, the culture for which Australia is perhaps best known.
Darwin
Along the coast of the Northern Territory lies Darwin, a city isolated by the vast Australian desert. The area was sought by the French, Dutch and British, and was established as the town of Darwin in 1869. In 1942, the city was under the threat of a Japanese attack, so a major Australian military base was established. Today Darwin is the largest city of the Northern Territory, offering sights from its colonial past and excellent shopping and dining opportunities.
Benoa
Once a simple fishing village grown into an upscale destination, Benoa’s charms are most evident in Nusa Dua, one of the most beautiful beaches in already-legendary Bali. In this land of rice terraces, spectacular volcanoes and over 20,000 temples , the main destination is the 17th-century royal temple complex of Pura Taman Ayun in nearby Mengwi, surrounded by a lotus- filled moat, giving it the feel of a garden sanctuary. Highlights include elaborate wood carvings of Balinese deities and tranquil pavilions. Another favorite is the Sunset Temple, Tanah Lot, dramatically perched on a rocky outcrop, making for an ideal photo opportunity. And don’t miss the batik factories for that perfect gift or souvenir.
Semarang
Semarang is a city on the north coast of the island of Java, Indonesia. A major port during the Dutch colonial era, the city is known in Indonesia for its large ethnically Chinese population. Today, Semarang is a commercial port and administrative capital of Central Java. More a business center than a city for tourists, it is, however, an excellent gateway to the mountainous interior of Central Java and only some 60 miles away from world-famous Borobudur.
Singapore
Straegically located at the end of the Malaysian peninsula, the island nation of Singapore is a modern, thriving metropolis and a true melting pot of cultures. Singapore offers diverse colorful ethnic quarters; a fantastic array of superb cuisines; and a shopping mecca second to none. In many ways Singapore (the name means Lion City) was built by Sir Stamford Raffles. Coming ashore to a tiny fishing village in 1819, through trade treaties and business acumen, he laid the foundation for one of the most amazing urban success stories in history. Today, travelers can embrace exotic sights and sounds as they stroll or ride a trishaw through Chinatown, the Arab Quarter or Little India. Head down to the scenic Boat Quay for unrivaled views of the harbor and stop at one of the many international eateries for a refreshing repast. Shop along famous Orchard Road with its merchandise from every corner of the Pacific Rim; embark on a night safari at the Singapore Zoo or relax in the verdant shade of the Bukit Timah Nature Preserve. Be sure to leave time to try a refreshing Singapore Sling at the bar at Raffles Hotel.